[Elecraft] [K2] how much harder to build: K2 vs K1?

Guy Olinger K2AV olinger at bellsouth.net
Mon Jan 18 17:03:38 EST 2010


K2 is quite significantly more work than a K1. But it is the last time
you will build a full function transceiver from discrete components
ala Heathkit. The time you spend with it will linger with you and put
you in a new relationship with radio equipment. Highly recommended.

73, Guy.

On Mon, Jan 18, 2010 at 4:16 PM, lstavenhagen <lstavenhagen at hotmail.com> wrote:
>
> Hi everyone,
>
> Been a couple weeks here since I started this thread, but I've actually
> changed my mind and ended up going with the K2. I thought it over a bit more
> and decided that the K2 base unit has everything I wanted in it so it was
> best to just get it from the start. Also since I'm in no hurry a longer
> build time isn't of much concern. I plan to just take my time and use it as
> a learning experience (I have my 706MIIG to use on the air in the meanwhile
> too).
>
> I'm going to start practicing my soldering skills here on some junk boards I
> have too.
>
> The only option I can think of that I might add later is the KPA100 100W
> upgrade. That's a ways down the road and only after I get the main rig
> working ;).
>
> Looking forward to it!
>
> 73,
> LS
> W5QD
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